Ecologist

ARM; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy consultancy is seeking an experienced Ecologist to provide ecological advice and oversight during a construction program in Wales. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in ecological activities, particularly within Oil & Gas. This role involves ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and delivering ecological solutions on-site.

Qualifications

• Experience in ecological activities, preferably for Oil & Gas projects.
• Technical knowledge of UK and Welsh environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide ecological advice during the construction program.
• Undertake pre-construction surveys for protected species.
• Monitor ecological conditions during construction.
• Ensure compliance with protected species legislation.

Skills

Ecological advice

Pre-construction surveys

Monitoring ecological conditions

Toolbox talks

Mitigation measures

Education

BEng or BSc in Ecology or Environmental Sciences

Job description

Overview

Ecologist

£20-30hr Outside IR35
Talacre
The Energy Division at ARM are currently recruiting an experienced Ecologist to join a global EPC client based in Wales.

Responsibilities

• Provide ecological advice to the Construction Contractor over the entire construction program
• Undertake or oversee pre-construction surveys for protected species in the areas affected by the TCPA Proposed Development
• Monitor ecological conditions during the Construction Stage to identify additional constraints that may arise as a result of natural changes to ecological baseline over time (e.g. monitoring badger activity within and in close proximity to construction works)
• Provide ecological toolbox talks to site personnel (including ecological receptors) to make them aware of ecological constraints and information
• Highlight mitigation to minimize impacts and make site personnel aware of their responsibility with regards to wildlife and sensitive habitats in the context of legislation and policy
• Monitor the implementation of mitigation measures during the Construction Stage to ensure compliance with protected species legislation, licensing, and commitments within the ES
• Deliver coherent and timely solutions to ecological constraints

What are we looking for?

• Education: BEng or BSc majoring in ecology or environment sciences or similar
• Experience: In ecological activities, possibly for an Oil&Gas project with environmental challenges
• Technical knowledge: UK and/or Welsh environmental legislation, habitat and protected species ecology
• Certification: Membership of the CIEEM and/or of the AEECoW or working towards it, UK driving licence

How to apply

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please apply via the link or contact me on (phone number removed) - and we will let you know if you have been shortlisted.

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change